Weld Wednesdays Exploring Welding Certifications and Career Advancement w/ Daryl Peterson

In this conversation, Jason and Daryl discuss various certifications available through AWS for welders. They highlight the importance of certifications for career advancement and explore the benefits of specific certifications such as the Certified Welding Supervisor (CWS) and Certified Welding Educator (CWE). They also touch on the significance of lean manufacturing and the use of cobots in the welding industry. The conversation emphasizes the need for continuous learning and staying updated with codes and standards. In this part of the conversation, Daryl and Jason discuss the importance of using standard terms and definitions in welding inspections. They emphasize the need for welders and inspectors to speak the same language and understand the questions being asked in exams. They also highlight the role of inspectors as interpreters between engineers and welders. The conversation then shifts to the difficulty of the CWI exam and the importance of thorough preparation. They discuss the benefits of taking endorsements and how they can enhance a CWI's knowledge and expertise. They also mention upcoming endorsements, such as the owner's inspector endorsement. In this conversation, Daryl Peterson and Jason discuss various certifications and endorsements available in the welding industry. They touch on topics such as rebar codes, the importance of being knowledgeable in different codes, the benefits of joining local AWS sections, and the need for continuous learning and improvement. They also highlight the significance of certifications in demonstrating expertise and the importance of verifying information from code books rather than relying on memory or prior knowledge. For more information on how you can get more involved with AWS check out there website Here